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Indoor tree house & swivel firepit grill. Close to Kooser & Laurel Hill Parks.

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Spacious front deck is relaxing on sunny or rainy days. Bonfire is also a grill!
Queen bedroom. Did you notice? There are handles on the dresser now.
Remodeled kitchen with new dishwasher, fridge, Keurig, Mr. Coffee pot and more!
High ceilings and open kitchen/living room make gathering here feel spacious.
Bright, cheery windows let in lots of light. Privacy screens are easy to use.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Somerset, PA
  • Kooser State Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Hidden Valley Resort
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Seven Springs Mountain Resort
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Latrobe, PA (LBE-Arnold Palmer Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Indoor tree house & swivel firepit grill. Close to Kooser & Laurel Hill Parks.

Recently renovated to add a master bath, laundry room, and create a kid friendly indoor treehouse out of attic storage space in the bedrooms, Mountain Grove is relaxing and fun during the fall, winter, spring or summer. Located in the heart of Laurel Highlands in a little neighborhood of Conservation Civilian Corps cabins less than one mile from Kooser State Park and nestled between Hidden Valley, Seven Springs and Laurel Mountain ski resorts, this family and pet friendly cabin in the woods has everything you need to enjoy an outdoor getaway. Travelers have enjoyed this cozy home in the mountains as a solo rejuvenating escape for 1, getaway for 2, a family vacation, or a get together with friends/extended family.

Nearby attractions include hiking, biking, skiing, fishing, golfing, star gazing, bird watching, restaurants, spas and more. Enjoy the many trails and ponds nearby at Kooser (2 minute drive), Laurel Hill (7 minute drive) or Forbes (12 minute drive) State Parks. Bike the GAP trail at Rockwood just 15 minutes away. Check out the local resorts for food, golf, spas, ziplines, mountain biking, special events, skiing and more at Hidden Valley (5 minute drive), Seven Springs (17 minute drive), or Laurel Mountain (30 minute drive). Peruse the local towns of Somerset (15 minute drive), Ligonier (30 minute drive) or Ohiopyle (34 minute drive) for restaurants, shopping, white water rafting and trails. Local attractions also include Idlewild, Caddyshack, Living Treasures Animal Park, Laurel Caverns, Jennerstown Speedway, Fort Ligonier and more! Glade Pike Winery tasting room is just up the road with live music on Saturday nights as well. Check out laurelhighlands.com for more ideas.

Even though you will feel like you are in the middle of the woods in a peaceful setting, if you forget anything a gas station/convenience store is only a 2 minute drive away and a grocery store is only a 20 minute drive away. Once you settle in, you will enjoy a cozy, traditional cabin in the woods with spacious front deck, outdoor combo bonfire/grill (Charcoal or wood for cooking or simply relaxing. One bundle of wood is provided to start your vacation, but there are places nearby to purchase charcoal or more wood.), gas fireplace, and indoor treehouse for kids ideally ages 6 - 12.

Kids love climbing the stairs next to the tree mural because it feels like they are climbing into an indoor treehouse with repurposed wood accents on the walls. As you walk in, you will see a mini window above the kitchen area, so adults in the kitchen or living room downstairs can hear the kiddos playing upstairs or opt to close the window so the kids can sleep while parents still hang out downstairs. The creates a fun, spacious cabin for families.

Excellent WiFi service will help you stay connected to friends, family, and work (Gasp! Only if necessary...you should be relaxing!) or allow you to finally binge watch that series you always wanted to see.

A variety of games, cornhole on the front deck or in the yard, and the bonfire pit that can be used as a grill with wood or charcoal will help you stay entertained and unplug from screens too!

3 bedrooms and 2 baths accommodates a maximum of 8 people and 2 well behaved, house trained dogs. There is an additional $30 per night pet fee when fur family joins you at the cabin. Please be sure to check the pet box when booking to pay during your reservation, or you will need to pay it before your arrival.

If you have additional people or pets in your party, please message to inquire about also renting Blue Mountain Retreat (with terraced backyard including hot tub, bonfire circle, picnic table and gas grill also accommodating up to 8 people. See vrbo.com/3579454 ) adjacent to Mountain Grove. Multiple families have enjoyed renting both cabins for relaxing family reunions or birthday celebrations.

The location off of 31 makes it easily accessible year round, but far enough off the road to be peacefully tucked in the woods. A limit of 3 cars per cabin has to be maintained because there is no overflow parking available nearby (AWD or 4WD vehicles during the winter months of snow are required for ease of access). Visitors should be accounted for in your reservation.

We cannot wait to host you! Feel free to reach out with any questions about additional attractions or inquiries.

Property manager

Lisa Dietz
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Somerset

Located in Somerset, this cabin is in the mountains. Somerset Historical Center and Compass Inn Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Somerset Courthouse and Statue of Jackson the Elephant. Alpine Slide and Living Treasures Animal Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Somerset, PA

What's nearby

  • Kooser State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Laurel Hill State Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Hidden Valley Resort - 14 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Seven Springs Mountain Resort - 18 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Seven Springs Golf Course - 19 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

  • Latrobe, PA (LBE-Arnold Palmer Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Foggy Goggle - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Emo's Pit - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Foggy Goggle - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Glades Pike Winery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Slopeside - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Indoor tree house & swivel firepit grill. Close to Kooser & Laurel Hill Parks. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Indoor tree house & swivel firepit grill. Close to Kooser & Laurel Hill Parks. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Indoor tree house & swivel firepit grill. Close to Kooser & Laurel Hill Parks. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Indoor tree house & swivel firepit grill. Close to Kooser & Laurel Hill Parks. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Kooser State Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Hidden Valley Resort and Laurel Hill State Park. Glades Pike Winery is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway Near Fallingwaters

We had a great time! The house was very clean and comfortable. We went with two 16-year-olds who absolutely loved the tree house loft. The fire pit was perfect for relaxing in the evenings. You’re close to other houses, but it was worth it. The location was great, close to museums and Fallingwater. Lisa was extremely responsive annd very accommodating. We had so much fun and would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful weekend getaway!

The cabin was very clean. Everything was in it's place. Absolutely loved staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cabin with a great location

This spacious, cute, and immaculate cabin is in a terrific location for skiing, other activities, and food. The cabin is stocked with all necessities and more. Our kids loved the loft. Highly recommend!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy ski access, family friendly

We stayed with our kids ages 5-10 and loved this cabin. Easy, quick drive to the ski resorts, had everything we needed and was super clean and well kept. If it's snowing when you arrive, you'll want 4WD to get up the hill to the cabin. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Mountain Vacation Stay

Lisa was an excellent host and the property met all of our expectations. Top notch host all around! Very informative about the property as well as the local area. The house was perfect fit for our group on a ski trip. Very cozy and had everything we needed during our stay! The kids loved the loft area! We would definitely recommend, and return in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay

Enjoyed our stay in PA with California friends. The cabin is great for cooking and enjoying a glass of wine with friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving stay

This was the best cabin for our group of 7!! Plenty of communal space, SO CLEAN, a super fun loft area for the kids, and a beautiful outdoor view. Lisa was an unbelievably kind host, with lots of information about the sites and restaurants of the surrounding towns. We’re talking about staying again next year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

amanda c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Ski Trip

Very clean, lots of space and amenities and super fun treehouse.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cottage for our girl's get away weekend!

Sweet cottage for the weekend in the Laurel Highlands. Very clean, well kept cottage met our needs for the weekend. The host was attentive and helpful during our stay and supplied LOTS of information for the area! We came to see Frank Lyod Wright's Fallingwater, stopping along the way at the Flight 93 Memorial. Beutiful area, wineries, cute shops, lovely parks. Thank you Lisa!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin

This is our second time staying here because Lisa is a great host and the cabin is perfect for our crew. We often meet family in PA so we often host at least one dinner- and this place is great for that. Very clean and Lisa is amazing about communicating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikki J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

mountain getaway

We loved our stay at Mountain Grove. The kids loved the "tree house" and we all enjoyed using the fire pit in the evenings. Everything was clean and the house had everything we needed. We'd definitely consider renting here in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

XIAORU W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay and close to ski resort

we have a great time in this property. We booked this house for ski at seven spring. surprisingly we found hidden valley ski resort. It is only 3 mins away from this house, very convenience. The house is clean and very warm, there are ski boots tray to keep organize the boot. The kids have lots of fun on the tree house, they play game after coming back from ski. The host response fast, easy to check in and check out. There are snow during our snow, the road was cleaned fast and safe to drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome cabin!

We stayed at Lisa’s cabin for a guys golf weekend. She was communicative, informative, and very helpful! The cabin itself was awesome! Very nice spot and we loved the fire pit! Would recommend to anyone looking to come to Somerset.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great Labor Day get away

My husband and I really enjoyed the cabin and nearby outdoor activities (hiking and kayaking). A wonderful host and amenities. It was a great location to meet our adult children who live in Pittsburgh and Columbus, OH. I'm sure the location/neighborhood is better for winter activities. We'd definitely consider coming back if we rented both houses owned by the host.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The host was very responsive and the house well stocked. Our kiddos loved the “tree house!”
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain Grove

Lisa was amazing and so helpful. Cabin was great, clean and spacious. Kids loved the tree house!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice, relaxing stay

The host gave detailed information regarding the house and surrounding area. Everything listed was accurate and our stay was enjoyable. The location offered a short drive to everything we wanted to visit during our stay. I would recommend this property to anyone interested in visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Weekend

We had such a wonderful time at this cabin. It was the perfect fit for our family . Our 3 boys loved the tree house and loved playing up in the tree house . The house was beautifully decorated, clean, and had everything we needed for our weekend . The host was very responsive and checked in on us to make sure everything was going well. I hope we can come back again sometime to make more memories !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall trip

First trip to western PA and the area was beautiful with many great hikes in proximity to the cabin. Lisa was very helpful with suggestions for areas to visit/restaurant recommendations and she was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway cabin

Very nice mountain cabin. Clean and well maintained.. Spacious great room with wonderful big windows for lots of natural light. Ample front porch to enjoy and be sheltered from the elements. We had some rain and were still able to have morning coffee and evening meals out of doors. Easy access to the Great Allegheny Passage bike trail at the Rockwood trailhead. Also quite close to Kooser and Laurel Mountain state parks. Moo Echo Dairy market is close by; general store with yummy homemade ice cream.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great all around

The house was clean and as expected. The kids loved the loft treehouse inside. Dog friendly is a huge plus. A few minutes from kooser state and a few more from Laurel hill park. Great location. Lisa was great and easy to communicate with. We loved the fire pit and the big classic Laurel highland rocks in the landscape.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill E W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin

Very clean and convenient. We actually only slept there (and the beds were comfortable) since we had other obligations in the area. We were grateful for the new Air Conditioner since the weather was very warm. We had good communication with the host and Lisa was prompt in her responses. Lisa also furnished helpful dining and grocery information. I would definitely consider staying at this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place!

Very nice rental, well equipped, super new and clean. Great communication with the owner. House is in a wooded area with a bunch of other camps and houses so not a lot of privacy if that is your thing. Would rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Cabin in the Mountains!!

This cozy cabin on the mountain was the perfect retreat for us and our Golden Retriever, Buddy! We all loved it! Perfect location for us to visit family nearby. Lovely expansive front porch was perfect for morning coffee with a view of the mountains of the Laurel Highlands! Already thinking of another visit in August. You'll absolutely fall in love with this cozy home!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect mountain retreat!

Came up Tuesday with some plans to ski Wednesday. The place was warm and welcoming and an absolutely perfect home-away-from-home. We skied Hidden Valley in the early part of the day then back to the cabin to relax and eat some lunch before heading to 7 Springs for the night session. Our dogs loved walking around the neighborhood and sleeping on the couches! All in all, a prefect little family get away! Thanks Lisa and Jamie, we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Dietz

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My husband and I love to rehab properties and keep a few gems to ourselves that we like to share with others. We love being close to hiking, biking, skiing, restaurants and that feeling like you are going back to a simpler time. Playing board games and hanging out with friends and family around a campfire make all of the hard work renovating houses worth it. Please come enjoy our home that we lovingly and creatively reinvented.

Why they chose this property

The Laurel Highlands has everything you need to enjoy the outdoors! Trails abound: hiking, biking, cross country and downhill skiing, and snowmobiling. The property is perfectly situated between all 3 resorts (Hidden Valley, Seven Springs, and Laurel Mountain) so that you can explore one every day or even two in one day! Dining close by includes options for every palate from a cash only mom and pop pizza shop to fine dining and everything in between. Just ask us about our favorite recommendations. We'd be happy to help you!

What makes this property unique

This rustic cabin sits next door to Blue Mountain Retreat that we renovated in 2020 during Covid. We knew this would be a perfect situation for multi family get togethers so each family could have a place to stay of their own but also interesting spaces to gather. We love the versatility and fun spaces we created.

In this cabin, we repurposed some hard to reach storage space in each bedroom, added support beams and a breezeway to connect them, and then redesigned the space into an indoor treehouse hang out gaming and sleepover area for kids. There are two gaming chairs, 4 bean bag chairs and a bean bag queen bed...all kid size (ages 5 - 12 ideal) and approved! Our son and his friends and cousins love it! We hope you do too! The front porch was repainted and is the perfect place to hang out and listen to the rain or eat at the picnic table. The bonfire pit doubles as a wood fired or charcoal grill since the top swivels (use oven mitts ~ metal conducting heat is real!) so that you can add wood or charcoal easily.

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English

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